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I have been noticing, and this does happen to others, that I have a minus sign next to my callsign. Does anyone know what this means?
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A - by your callsign means the callsigns is registered but you have the wrong password, or entered it incorrectly. it can also be cause by slow auth (authentication).

Try retyping your password.
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And if it is just slow authentication like Bambino mentioned, reconnecting can sometimes help (unless the auth is still slow).
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thanks guys. I'll try to pass the message on.
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oh so i guess this means if a server that checks for registration...you will be turned away for having a - then?
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If a server uses requireIdentify for the verified or everyone group, then yes.
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i thought so
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same thing here
i tried retyping it a few times
i will keep trying but i am sure i am using the right password and username
because it works here in the forums
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